Beyond the Classroom
Milwaukee College Prep organizes end-of-the-year trips for scholars, offering transformative experiences beyond the classroom. These trips—including a Washington DC visit for 5th and 6th graders and college tours in Atlanta and Nashville for 7th and 8th graders—provide scholars with invaluable opportunities for personal growth, cultural enrichment, and educational exploration.
Washington DC Trip: History, Culture, and Education
The Washington DC trip immerses 5th and 6th grade scholars in history, culture, and education. Scholars visit the University of Maryland, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, historical memorials (such as World War II Memorial and Martin Luther King Memorial), Black Lives Matter Plaza, and the Smithsonian African American Museum. These experiences foster empathy, social consciousness, and a sense of cultural pride.
College Tours: Inspiring Future Leaders
The College Tour for 7th and 8th grader scholars focuses on historical colleges and institutions. Scholars visit Tennessee State University, Fisk University, Meharry Medical College, Spelman College, Morehouse College, Clark, and Morris Brown. They also explore the Tennessee State Museum and the National Museum of African American Music. This tour promotes aspirations for higher education and instills a sense of pride and resilience within scholars.
The Power of End-of-the-Year Trips
Milwaukee College Prep's end-of-the-year trips offer scholars numerous benefits:
Expanded Horizons: Scholars gain exposure to new cultures, perspectives, and environments, fostering a global mindset.
College and Career Aspirations: Visiting universities and historical colleges inspires scholars to pursue higher education and excel academically.
Cultural Enrichment: Immersion in historical sites and museums nurtures cultural awareness and appreciation for diversity.
Personal Growth: Navigating unfamiliar surroundings and taking on challenges outside their comfort zones promotes resilience, confidence, and independence.
Milwaukee College Prep's end-of-year trips empower scholars through exploration. By providing transformative experiences that expand horizons, nurture aspirations, and foster personal growth, these trips play a vital role in shaping well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.